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Dubai is a place where luxury and top-notch service come as standard. However, tipping in Dubai can be a bit of a question mark, especially for first-time visitors. Here’s everything you need to know about tipping in Dubai in 2025.
When visiting Dubai, you might wonder how much to tip. The tipping amount in Dubai depends on the venue and situation. Generally, tips range from 10% to 15% of the bill in restaurants and hotels. In taxis, rounding up the fare to the nearest full amount is a common practice.
Tipping in Dubai is not mandatory but is appreciated as a gesture of gratitude for good service. The rules are straightforward:
In some parts of the world, not leaving a tip is seen as rude, while in others, it can be considered offensive. Visiting a new country for the first time can leave tourists unsure about whether or when to tip.
In Dubai, tipping customs are relatively relaxed: tips for hotel and restaurant staff are welcome but not obligatory. If you receive excellent service, tipping is often the best way to show appreciation, but don’t worry if you decide not to leave a tip for any reason.
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After a successful and well-organized city tour or desert safari, it’s thoughtful to show appreciation to the driver or guide. While in some countries, it’s customary to leave a tip equivalent to 20% of the total cost or around 100 AED for a full-day tour, any amount is welcome and appreciated.
If you’ve enjoyed one of our tours and wish to leave a tip for the guide or driver, you can do so online at https://buycoffee.to/dubaj—100% of the tip goes directly to our staff.
Restaurants in Dubai provide high standards of service, and tipping is a common practice. In fine dining establishments, a standard tip ranges from 10% to 15%, while in more casual places, leaving a few dirhams is sufficient.
Hotel staff in Dubai often expect small tips. For porters, 5-10 AED per bag is appropriate, and for housekeeping, a similar amount for each day of your stay. For concierges, tips of 20-50 AED are appreciated for particularly helpful services.
Tipping in taxis is not required, but rounding up the fare to the nearest full amount (e.g., from 18 to 20 AED) is a polite gesture. Drivers typically don’t expect larger amounts.
Rounding up the fare to the nearest full amount is an acceptable and polite practice.
Summary
Tipping in Dubai is a way to show appreciation for the city’s high standard of service, which is its hallmark. Although not mandatory, tipping is a kind gesture that shows you value the staff’s efforts. As you prepare for your trip, keep these practical guidelines in mind to engage thoughtfully with Dubai’s tipping culture.
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